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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 04, 2014
Page
3
A reader voices frustration with federal energy policy and local services. They urge term limits for U.S. senators and criticize taxes, police pay, schools, and road paving while noting storm debris remains uncleared in Aiken after six weeks. They suggest voting City Council members out.
Community expresses support for higher pay for deputies praising the sheriff’s service and dedication. The text argues officers deserve more money for protecting residents and acknowledges the sheriff as a commendable leader.
The Aiken Standard highlights pervasive micro management in debris cleanup and city operations. Officials push back at the extra oversight, arguing it creates unnecessary delays and favors.
The piece reflects on historical planetary warming and cooling that occurred long before human influence. It notes climate fluctuates over eras driven by natural factors, while also acknowledging contemporary concerns about human effects on the environment.
Residents warned about scam artists posing as tree trimmers driving through neighborhoods and staying at campsites or campgrounds. Do not hire unverified crews and verify licenses and estimates. Stay vigilant for pressure tactics and upfront payments.
Readers weigh in on the proposed widening project with concerns about cost and delays. Critics argue thirty five million dollars could be better spent on other projects and invite comments via hotline or email to the Aiken Standard.
More than 40 volunteers gathered for National Women Build Week to bless the eighth Habitat for Humanity home in Aiken County, the 95th built in the county since 1988. Christina Green, an Harbor Chase of Aiken employee, and her two daughters will receive the house funded in part by a $5,000 Lowe's grant. State Sen. Tom Young praised the effort and noted the homeowner mortgage of about $70,000.
Edgefield youth compete in a three day ranch sorting series at Recoleta Ranch under a covered arena. Organizer Eddie Braxton notes rising participation and explains the timed competition where riders move numbered calves in sequence to new pens while a judge calls the numbers. Braxton also promotes Sorting USA clinics and lessons to grow skills and interest in the sport. Ben Baugh has covered equine and equestrian topics for the Aiken Standard since 2004.
The Gaston Livery Stable announces its third annual Barn Dance on Saturday May 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. at 1315 Richland Ave East featuring square dancing with a professional caller a Southland Express Cloggers demonstration live music by Chance and a silent auction. Tickets are 25 dollars and advance sales are at the Aiken County Historical Museum. A cash bar and Fatz Cafe food will be available. TheBarn dates back to 1893 as the last remaining South Carolina barn with a carriage lift.
May 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Gaston Livery Stable 1315 Richland Ave E Aiken SC 25 per person. Reed hosts with sponsors Kendrick Paint and Body Pipe Works and Howell Printing. Free parking at Allstate Towing. Call 803-648-4123 or see gastonliverystable.com for details.
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